Meredith Cruz
Expertise in
1
conditions
Expertise in
1
conditions

Overview

My research interests include hypertensive and cardiac disease in pregnancy. I have had multiple peer-reviewed and non-peer-reviewed publications in addition to research presentations at national meetings. I hold multiple positions in ACOG and SMFM and am active in the community. I have a special interest in public health and advocacy.

Dr. Cruz is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gestational Diabetes, Newborn Low Blood Sugar, Peripartum Cardiomyopathy, Salpingo-Oophorectomy, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

Dr. Cruz is board certified in Obstetrics And Gynecology and Maternal Fetal Medicine. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 23 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Cruz is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Institution

University Of Illinois School Of Public Health - Chicago - IL - Master Of Public Health - (2001)|University Of Illinois At Chicago - Chicago - IL - Master Of Business Administration - (2001)

Specialties

Neonatology
Obstetrics and Gynecology

Licenses

Obstetrics & Gynecology in WI

Board Certifications

Obstetrics And Gynecology
Maternal Fetal Medicine

Hospital Affiliations

Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Aspirus Arise Health
  • HMO
  • POS
Aspirus Arise Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Children's Community Health
  • EPO
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Common Ground Healthcare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Common Ground Healthcare Cooperative
  • EPO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Network Health
  • HMO
Quartz Health Plan
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Spectrum Priority Health
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Maternal Fetal Care Center - Froedtert Hospital Specialty Clinics
8850 William Coffey Dr., Milwaukee, WI 53226
Other Locations
Pleasant Valley Health Center
3200 Pleasant Valley Rd., West Bend, WI 53095
Town Hall Health Center
W180 N8000 Town Hall Rd., Menomonee Falls, WI 53051

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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You can book an appointment with Dr. Meredith Cruz by calling their office at 414-805-6624. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Meredith Cruz a top-rated expert for Gestational Diabetes?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Meredith Cruz is classified as an Advanced expert for Gestational Diabetes, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Meredith Cruz specialize in?

While Dr. Meredith Cruz is a Neonatology, they have specific expertise in Gestational Diabetes, Newborn Low Blood Sugar, and Peripartum Cardiomyopathy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neonatology.

Does Dr. Meredith Cruz participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Meredith Cruz has published 23 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gestational Diabetes. You can view a list of Dr. Meredith Cruz's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Meredith Cruz accept my insurance?

Dr. Meredith Cruz accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 414-805-6624 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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